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DR. CESAR P CRUZ-GARCIA M.D.
NPI 1427057033
Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology in Ponce, PR

Active since July 15, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, SUITE 522 SAN LUCAS MEDICAL BUILDING, PONCE, PR 00716(787) 259-3373(787) 259-3373 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Cesar P Cruz-garcia M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. CESAR P CRUZ-GARCIA M.D. (NPI 1427057033) is an individual interventional cardiology provider in Ponce, Puerto Rico, licensed in Puerto Rico (8504) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hospital Episcopal San Lucas Ii, and is a graduate of Other (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427057033
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0011X
Provider Legal NameDR. CESAR P CRUZ-GARCIACredential: M.D.
Location Address909 AVE TITO CASTRO, SUITE 522 SAN LUCAS MEDICAL BUILDINGPonce, PR 00716-4728
Mailing AddressPo Box 330430Ponce, PR 00733-0430 · (787) 259-3373
Phone(787) 259-3373
Fax(787) 259-3373
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateJuly 15, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 21, 2022
✔ NPI 1427057033 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Interventional CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0011X
License✔ Licensed in PR · 8504
Definition
An area of medicine within the subspecialty of cardiology, which uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart and uses technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.

Other Identifiers 8

Other6550011PR · Nmero De Proveedor
Other6550011PR · Humana Health Plan
Other6919PR · First Medical
Other220099PR · Nmero De Proveedor
Other220099PR · Preferred Health Plan
Other29703PR · Triple S
Other6919PR · Nmero De Proveedor
Other29703PR · Nmero De Proveedor

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Cesar P Cruz-garcia M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2860655107
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120523000491
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
128 services89 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
40 services11 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
30 services30 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
29 services28 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
14 services14 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Hospital Episcopal San Lucas II

Acute Care Hospitals · Ponce, PR
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number400044
Location917 Ave Tito CastroPonce, PR 00716 · Ponce County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 00716 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$130.65 typical visit price
range $56.86 – $172.44
Typical copayment $32.66 (range $14.21 – $43.11)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.24 typical visit price
range $18.24 – $140.44
Typical copayment $25.06 (range $4.56 – $35.11)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

RAFAEL JOSE RIVERA
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, TORRE MEDICA SAN LUCASSUITE 504
PONCE, PR 00716
Ponce Municipio (787) 651-1432
RRB HEART & VASCULAR PHYSICIANS, PSC
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, TORRE MEDICA SAN LUCAS SUITE 504
PONCE, PR 00716
Ponce Municipio (787) 709-0791
ARGUELLO PLASTIC SURGERY LLC
Surgery (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, TORRE MEDICA SAN LUCAS SUITE 502
PONCE, PR 00716
Ponce Municipio (787) 961-7050
SOUTHERN RETINA CONSULTANTS PSC
Ophthalmology
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, SUITE 709
PONCE, PR 00716
Ponce Municipio (787) 842-2512
DR. SANTIAGO BAEZ-TORRES M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, SUITE 623
PONCE, PR 00716
Ponce Municipio (787) 812-0909
ARIANA PEREZ-RIVERA
General Practice
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, STE 712 TORRE MEDICA SAN LUCAS
PONCE, PR 00716
Ponce Municipio (787) 813-0550
SOUTHERN HOSPITALIST SERVICES PSC
General Acute Care Hospital (Critical Access)
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, STE 609 TORRE MEDICA SAN LUCAS
PONCE, PR 00716
Ponce Municipio (787) 844-9101
DR. SIGIFREDO MININO-CASTILLO M.D.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
909 AVE TITO CASTRO, HOSPITAL SAN LUCAS DEPT TERAPIA FISICA
PONCE, PR 00716
Ponce Municipio (787) 844-1110

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Cesar Cruz-garcia's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cesar Cruz-garcia is 1427057033. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 15, 2005.

Where is Cesar Cruz-garcia located?

Cesar Cruz-garcia practices at 909 Ave Tito Castro Suite 522 San Lucas Medical Building, Ponce, PR 00716. The listed phone number is (787) 259-3373.

What is Cesar Cruz-garcia's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RI0011X.

Is Cesar Cruz-garcia enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cesar Cruz-garcia is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Cesar Cruz-garcia affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Cesar Cruz-garcia is affiliated with Hospital Episcopal San Lucas II.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cesar Cruz-garcia was last updated on July 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.